Actophotometer
Product Specification Sheet
Actophotometer
Model Number: MTLS-13
The Actophotometer is a laboratory instrument used to measure spontaneous locomotor activity in experimental pharmacology and behavioral research. It records movement activity by detecting interruptions of light beams as an experimental subject moves within the monitoring chamber. The resulting activity count can be used to compare locomotor responses under different experimental conditions or following administration of test substances. The instrument is useful for pharmacology teaching, drug screening, behavioral studies and approved preclinical research. A typical system includes a monitoring chamber, infrared or visible light beam arrangement, electronic sensing circuit, digital counter and control/display unit. Micro Technologies supplies pharmacology laboratory equipment for universities, pharmaceutical research laboratories and institutional research facilities.
Product Specification
The Actophotometer is designed for quantitative measurement of spontaneous locomotor activity in experimental pharmacology and behavioral research. The apparatus detects movement within a defined observation area and converts beam interruptions into activity counts.
The system generally uses an array of light beams and photoelectric sensors positioned around the activity chamber. When the experimental subject moves through the monitored area, interruptions of the beams are detected electronically and recorded as activity events. This provides a numerical measure that can be used for comparative experimental analysis.
Actophotometers are commonly used in pharmacology laboratories for studying changes in locomotor activity following administration of test substances. They can support experiments involving central nervous system activity, sedative effects, stimulant responses and general behavioral screening, subject to the approved experimental protocol.
A digital counter or display allows activity readings to be recorded conveniently, while the enclosed monitoring area provides a defined space for consistent observations. Depending on the configuration, the apparatus may include adjustable counting intervals, multiple sensor zones and programmable control functions.
The Actophotometer is suitable for pharmacy colleges, pharmacology departments, pharmaceutical research facilities and appropriately approved preclinical research laboratories. Micro Technologies supplies laboratory instruments for academic, research and institutional applications.
Features
- Electronic locomotor activity measurement
- Photoelectric or infrared beam detection
- Defined activity monitoring chamber
- Digital activity counting
- Automatic movement detection
- Suitable for comparative experimental studies
- Compact laboratory configuration
- Easy-to-read activity display
- Suitable for pharmacology teaching and research
Benefits
- Provides quantitative locomotor activity measurements
- Reduces dependence on subjective visual observation
- Supports comparison between experimental conditions
- Useful for pharmacological drug-response studies
- Suitable for teaching and research laboratories
- Simplifies recording of movement-related activity data
Product Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Actophotometer |
| Product Type | Locomotor Activity Monitoring Instrument |
| Detection Method | Photoelectric / Infrared Beam Interruption |
| Measurement | Locomotor Activity Count |
| Display | Digital |
| Counting | Automatic |
| Monitoring Area | Enclosed Activity Chamber |
| Application | Pharmacology & Behavioral Research |
| Suitable For | Pharmacy Colleges, Research & Preclinical Laboratories |
Available Variants
- Single-Chamber Actophotometer
- Multi-Sensor Activity Monitor
- Digital Actophotometer
- Programmable Actophotometer
- Customized laboratory configuration
SKU System
- MT-AP-01 – Standard Actophotometer
- MT-AP-D01 – Digital Configuration
- MT-AP-M01 – Multi-Sensor Configuration
- MT-AP-CUS – Customized Configuration
- MT-AP-BULK – Institutional Supply
FAQs
What is an Actophotometer used for?
An Actophotometer is used to measure spontaneous locomotor activity in experimental pharmacology and behavioral research by electronically detecting movement.
How does an Actophotometer detect movement?
It typically uses light or infrared beams and photoelectric sensors. Movement is detected when the experimental subject interrupts the monitored beams.
What does the instrument measure?
The instrument records locomotor activity as electronically detected movement or beam-interruption counts over a defined observation period.
Where is an Actophotometer used?
It is commonly used in pharmacology departments, pharmacy colleges, pharmaceutical research laboratories and approved preclinical research facilities.
Can the counting interval be customized?
Depending on the configuration, counting intervals and monitoring parameters can be specified according to the laboratory's experimental requirements.
Can the Actophotometer be customized?
Yes. Chamber configuration, sensor arrangement, display and control requirements can be discussed for institutional or research laboratory orders.
Why Choose Our Products
- Suitable for quantitative activity measurement
- Electronic movement detection
- Digital activity recording
- Practical design for pharmacology laboratories
- Suitable for teaching and research applications
- Institutional and customized supply support
Call to Action
Looking for an Actophotometer for pharmacology teaching or research? Micro Technologies supplies laboratory activity-monitoring equipment with configurations suited to institutional and approved research requirements. Request a quotation today for your required specification and quantity.
